News: The Science Panel for the Global Energy Transition (SPGET) was launched on April 24, 2026 in Colombia to accelerate fossil fuel phase-out. About Science Panel for the Global Energy Transition (SPGET) It is a global science-based panel that provides policy-relevant advice to accelerate transition away from fossil fuels. Launched: It was launched on April… Continue reading Science Panel for the Global Energy Transition (SPGET)
Category: International Organisations
SAARC Currency Swap Framework
News: India approved Rs. 30 billion withdrawal for Maldives under SAARC Currency Swap Framework, reaffirming financial support and regional cooperation commitment. About SAARC Currency Swap Framework SAARC currency swap framework provides SAARC countries a line of funding for short-term foreign exchange requirements. Currency Swap Framework: It is a contract between countries to exchange currencies with… Continue reading SAARC Currency Swap Framework
India-Africa Forum Summit (IAFS)2026
News: India will host the Fourth India-Africa Forum Summit in May-end 2026, after a gap of more than a decade. About India-Africa Forum Summit (IAFS) 2026 It is an official institutional platform for African-Indian relations and a high-level consultative mechanism between the Government of India and the member states of the African Union. Established: The… Continue reading India-Africa Forum Summit (IAFS)2026
World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) Prizes 2026
News: Samriddh Gram: Integrated Phygital Service Delivery Model Enabled by BharatNet has been selected as a nominee for the prestigious WSIS Prizes 2026. About World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) Prizes 2026 The World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) Forum is a globally recognized multi-stakeholder platform focused on advancing digital development and fostering… Continue reading World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) Prizes 2026
Operation Upstream
News: World Anti-Doping Agency is collaborating with Central Bureau of Investigation to curb doping through a supply-chain focused strategy. About Operation Upstream Operation Upstream : It is an initiative that focuses on identifying and targeting the supply chains responsible for producing and moving prohibited performance-enhancing drugs. Launched by:The operation is conducted with support from World… Continue reading Operation Upstream
Borrowers’ Platform
News: Developing countries launched the first-ever Borrowers’ Platform at IMF-World Bank Spring Meetings 2026 to address rising debt pressures collectively. About Borrowers’ Platform It is a dedicated forum for developing countries to coordinate and address sovereign debt challenges. Launched: It was launched during the IMF-World Bank Spring Meetings 2026 by developing countries. Origin: The platform… Continue reading Borrowers’ Platform
POWERR Asia Initiative
News: Japan pledged $10 billion support to Southeast Asia to address rising crude prices and supply disruptions caused by the war in West Asia. About POWERR Asia Initiative Full Name: Partnership On Wide Energy and Resources Resilience (POWERR Asia) Launched by: It was launched by Japan. Aim: It aims to provide financial support for emergency… Continue reading POWERR Asia Initiative
Two-Tier UNSC Reform and G4 Proposal on UNSC Reforms
News: India has firmly opposed the creation of a “two-tier” system of permanent membership in a reformed UNSC and express support for a compromise proposal by the G4 group. About Two-Tier UNSC Reform and G4 Proposal on UNSC Reforms About Two-Tier UNSC Reform The United Nations recently proposed a two-tier permanent membership level in the… Continue reading Two-Tier UNSC Reform and G4 Proposal on UNSC Reforms
Global Heat Health Information Network (GHHIN)
News: On the occasion of World Health day 2026, a South Asia Hub of the Global Heat Health Information Network (GHHIN) was advanced by the Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW). About Global Heat Health Information Network (GHHIN) The Global Heat Health Information Network (GHHIN) is an independent, member-driven platform comprising scientists, practitioners, and… Continue reading Global Heat Health Information Network (GHHIN)
India-UN Development Partnership Fund
News: The Board of Directors of the India-UN Development Partnership Fund met at India’s Permanent Mission in New York to review operations, ongoing projects, and future scope. About India-UN Development Partnership Fund It is a fund established by India in partnership with the United Nations to support development projects in other developing countries, especially in… Continue reading India-UN Development Partnership Fund
